U.S. History Syllabus
- Please read, understand and sign Practice Cornell Note Assignment
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet (apply Social and Cultural themes)
- Use class notes
- Follow directions Using Maps Assignment
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet (apply Political, Interaction and Economic themes)
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. One
- Provide a 6-8 sentence response to each question
What Was Settling in Jamestown Like?
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. Two
- Watch the video and answer the questions
1. What was life like once colonists arrived to Jamestown?
2. What did the colonists discover when they arrived?
3. Why did more and more colonists continue to make the dangerous journey across the Atlantic?
What Was The Value of Tobacco?
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. Two
- Watch the video and answer the questions
1. Why was tobacco such an important crop for the colonists?
2. How were the colonists so successful in harvesting tobacco? Current Event Worksheet (template).docx
- Read article
- Watch the video Use maps to understand SPICE (French and Indian War).docx
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Provide a 6-8 sentence response to each question
How Does America Begin to Transition into the United States?
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Watch video and answer the questions
1. How does the British king want to Economically control the colonists?
2. How do the colonists react to the British king's Economical and Political control?
3. How has America changed socially and Culturally from the 1600's to 1774?
What Was the American Revolution?
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Watch the video and answer the questions
1. Which Social group was most excited to got to war against King George III?
2. Describe the (2) Social groups fighting in the war (the colonists and the British soldiers). Who has the advantage? Why do you think so?
3. What are the S.P.I.C.E. reasons (pick 3) King George III must win the Revolutionary War or at least "save face"?
Journal Reflection #1
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. Three
- What does this quote mean to you? 6-8 sentences
1. When the people are oppressed, when their right are infringed, when their country is invaded, when taskmasters are set over them ... in such circumstances the people will be discontented, and they are not to be blamed" - Sam Adams
Taxation without Representation
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. Three
- Watch the video and answer the questions
Journal Reflection #2
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. Three
- Watch video #1. Watch video #2
- Answer each question in 6-8 sentences
1. In your opinion, why do you think the group call themselves the "Sons of Liberty"? Why would they dress as Native Americans? Be specific. Be original in your answer.
2. In your opinion, could the entire Revolutionary War been avoided? Should have the Revolutionary War been avoided? Why or why not? Be specific. Be original in your answer.
Journal Reflection #3
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. One, Two and Three
- Watch the video
- Answer the question in 6-8 sentences
1. What are the S.P.I.C.E. impacts of revolutions which occur today?
The Impacts of the Boston Massacre
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. One, Two and Three
- Watch the video and answer the questions
Olive Branch of Peace
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. One, Two and Three
- Watch the video #1 and video #2 and answer the questions (no sentence requirement)
1. What are the social divisions within the 1st Continental Congress?
2. What reasons are given for a disagreement between the two groups?
3. Using video #2, how does King George III respond to the olive branch of peace offered by the 1st Continental Congress?
Activating a Picture
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. One, Two and Three
- Use notes from the Olive Branch of Peace videos and answer the questions
The Declaration of Independence
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Watch BrainPop video in class and answer the questions
Journal Reflection #4
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Watch the video
- Answer the questions in 10-15 sentences total
1. What experience did the Founding Fathers have while they wrote and signed the Declaration of Independence?
2. What was your experience during your project of writing your own Declaration of Independence? Similar or different? Why?
America Has Officially Transitioned into the United States
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. Four
- Watch the video and answer the questions in 6-8 sentences each
1. What is the (I) theme for the meeting between John Adams and King George III
2. Why do you think the two countries need to work with each other?
The Articles of Confederation
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. Four
- Watch the video and answer the questions as well as the analysis worksheet
The U.S. Constitution
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. 4
- Watch the (3) BrainPop videos and answer the questions on the worksheet
George Washington as the 1st President of the United States of America
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. Two Sec. One
- Watch video #1 and video #2 and answer the questions in (4) to (6) sentences each
1. Federalist or Republican? Why?
2. Strict or Loose Constitution reader? Why?
3. What type of man is he?
Journal Reflection #5
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Watch the video and answer the questions in (6) to (8) sentences each
1. What is the conflict between the U.S. and France? What is the conflict between France and England?
2. What is George Washington's stance on the war between France and England? What did he mean by "Tread lightly, sir"?
3. Do you agree with the way George Washington handles the meeting? Why?
George Washington's Political Problems ... Then and Now
- Use. S.P.I.C.E. Worksheet
- Read the Current Events article and complete the HUM steps below
1. Highlight the Main Idea
2. Underline Supporting Details (4 to 6 supporting details)
3. Margin Note Question: How does this article relate to the Political problems President Washington faced during his presidency? What is your opinion of the problem the U.S. faces today? Why do you feel that way?
George Washington and His Closest Advisors
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. Two Sec. One
- Watch the video and answer the questions in (4) to (6) sentences each
1. What do most of the men advising President Washington have in common?
2. What is the Economic problem they are discussing?
3. How does the video relate to the problem which the U.S. is currently facing?
John Adams as the 2nd President of the United States of America
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. Two Sec. One
- Watch the video and answer the questions in (4) to (6) sentences each
1. Federalist or Republican? Why?
2. Strict or Loose Constitution reader? Why?
3. What type of man is he?
John Adams's Cultural Problems ... Then and Now
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. Two Sec. One
- HUM the Current Events article
Thomas Jefferson as the 3rd President of the United States of America
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. Two Sec. One
- Watch video #1 and video #2 and answer the question in (4) to (6) sentences each
1. Federalist or Republican? Why?
2. Strict or Loose Constitution reader? Why?
3. What type of man is he?
Journal Entry #6
- Use S.P.I.C.E.worksheet
- Read the quote below and answer the question in (6) to (8) sentences
- "The tree of liberty needs to be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants" - Thomas Jefferson
- What does Thomas Jefferson mean by this quote? What type of President do you think he is based on this quote?
James Madison as the 4th President of the United States of America
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. Two Sec. One
- Watch the video and answer the question in (4) to (6) sentences each
1. Federalist or Republican? Why?
2. Strict or Loose Constitution reader? Why?
3. What type of man is he?
James Madison's Political Philosophy ... Then and Now
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. Two Sec. One
- HUM the Current Events article
Extra Credit Opportunity
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Watch the video and complete the worksheet
- Does the video show bias? Why or why not? (8) to (10) sentences.
Socratic Seminar Introduction
- Watch the video and answer the questions below in (5) to (6) sentences each
1. In your own words, what is a SocraticSeminar?
2. What strengths do you have which will help you succeed in a SocraticSeminar?
Socratic Seminar: The Constitution
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Read the Current Events article and complete the Socratic Seminar questions
When the President Does It, It's Not Illegal
- Use S.P.I.C.E worksheet
- Watch the video and complete the worksheet
What Are Executive Powers? Do U.S. Citizens Have the Right to Questions the President?
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Watch the video and complete the worksheet
- Please read, understand and sign
Practice Cornell Note Assignment
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet (apply Social and Cultural themes)
- Use class notes
- Follow directions
Using Maps Assignment
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet (apply Political, Interaction and Economic themes)
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. One
- Provide a 6-8 sentence response to each question
What Was Settling in Jamestown Like?
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. Two
- Watch the video and answer the questions
1. What was life like once colonists arrived to Jamestown?
2. What did the colonists discover when they arrived?
3. Why did more and more colonists continue to make the dangerous journey across the Atlantic?
What Was The Value of Tobacco?
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. Two
- Watch the video and answer the questions
1. Why was tobacco such an important crop for the colonists?
2. How were the colonists so successful in harvesting tobacco?
Current Event Worksheet (template).docx
- Read article
- Watch the video
Use maps to understand SPICE (French and Indian War).docx
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Provide a 6-8 sentence response to each question
How Does America Begin to Transition into the United States?
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Watch video and answer the questions
1. How does the British king want to Economically control the colonists?
2. How do the colonists react to the British king's Economical and Political control?
3. How has America changed socially and Culturally from the 1600's to 1774?
What Was the American Revolution?
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Watch the video and answer the questions
1. Which Social group was most excited to got to war against King George III?
2. Describe the (2) Social groups fighting in the war (the colonists and the British soldiers). Who has the advantage? Why do you think so?
3. What are the S.P.I.C.E. reasons (pick 3) King George III must win the Revolutionary War or at least "save face"?
Journal Reflection #1
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. Three
- What does this quote mean to you? 6-8 sentences
1. When the people are oppressed, when their right are infringed, when their country is invaded, when taskmasters are set over them ... in such circumstances the people will be discontented, and they are not to be blamed" - Sam Adams
Taxation without Representation
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. Three
- Watch the video and answer the questions
Journal Reflection #2
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. Three
- Watch video #1. Watch video #2
- Answer each question in 6-8 sentences
1. In your opinion, why do you think the group call themselves the "Sons of Liberty"? Why would they dress as Native Americans? Be specific. Be original in your answer.
2. In your opinion, could the entire Revolutionary War been avoided? Should have the Revolutionary War been avoided? Why or why not? Be specific. Be original in your answer.
Journal Reflection #3
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. One, Two and Three
- Watch the video
- Answer the question in 6-8 sentences
1. What are the S.P.I.C.E. impacts of revolutions which occur today?
The Impacts of the Boston Massacre
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. One, Two and Three
- Watch the video and answer the questions
Olive Branch of Peace
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. One, Two and Three
- Watch the video #1 and video #2 and answer the questions (no sentence requirement)
1. What are the social divisions within the 1st Continental Congress?
2. What reasons are given for a disagreement between the two groups?
3. Using video #2, how does King George III respond to the olive branch of peace offered by the 1st Continental Congress?
Activating a Picture
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. One, Two and Three
- Use notes from the Olive Branch of Peace videos and answer the questions
The Declaration of Independence
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Watch BrainPop video in class and answer the questions
Journal Reflection #4
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Watch the video
- Answer the questions in 10-15 sentences total
1. What experience did the Founding Fathers have while they wrote and signed the Declaration of Independence?
2. What was your experience during your project of writing your own Declaration of Independence? Similar or different? Why?
America Has Officially Transitioned into the United States
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. Four
- Watch the video and answer the questions in 6-8 sentences each
1. What is the (I) theme for the meeting between John Adams and King George III
2. Why do you think the two countries need to work with each other?
The Articles of Confederation
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. Four
- Watch the video and answer the questions as well as the analysis worksheet
The U.S. Constitution
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. One Sec. 4
- Watch the (3) BrainPop videos and answer the questions on the worksheet
George Washington as the 1st President of the United States of America
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. Two Sec. One
- Watch video #1 and video #2 and answer the questions in (4) to (6) sentences each
1. Federalist or Republican? Why?
2. Strict or Loose Constitution reader? Why?
3. What type of man is he?
Journal Reflection #5
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Watch the video and answer the questions in (6) to (8) sentences each
1. What is the conflict between the U.S. and France? What is the conflict between France and England?
2. What is George Washington's stance on the war between France and England? What did he mean by "Tread lightly, sir"?
3. Do you agree with the way George Washington handles the meeting? Why?
George Washington's Political Problems ... Then and Now
- Use. S.P.I.C.E. Worksheet
- Read the Current Events article and complete the HUM steps below
1. Highlight the Main Idea
2. Underline Supporting Details (4 to 6 supporting details)
3. Margin Note Question: How does this article relate to the Political problems President Washington faced during his presidency? What is your opinion of the problem the U.S. faces today? Why do you feel that way?
George Washington and His Closest Advisors
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. Two Sec. One
- Watch the video and answer the questions in (4) to (6) sentences each
1. What do most of the men advising President Washington have in common?
2. What is the Economic problem they are discussing?
3. How does the video relate to the problem which the U.S. is currently facing?
John Adams as the 2nd President of the United States of America
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. Two Sec. One
- Watch the video and answer the questions in (4) to (6) sentences each
1. Federalist or Republican? Why?
2. Strict or Loose Constitution reader? Why?
3. What type of man is he?
John Adams's Cultural Problems ... Then and Now
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. Two Sec. One
- HUM the Current Events article
Thomas Jefferson as the 3rd President of the United States of America
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. Two Sec. One
- Watch video #1 and video #2 and answer the question in (4) to (6) sentences each
1. Federalist or Republican? Why?
2. Strict or Loose Constitution reader? Why?
3. What type of man is he?
Journal Entry #6
- Use S.P.I.C.E.worksheet
- Read the quote below and answer the question in (6) to (8) sentences
- "The tree of liberty needs to be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants" - Thomas Jefferson
- What does Thomas Jefferson mean by this quote? What type of President do you think he is based on this quote?
James Madison as the 4th President of the United States of America
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. Two Sec. One
- Watch the video and answer the question in (4) to (6) sentences each
1. Federalist or Republican? Why?
2. Strict or Loose Constitution reader? Why?
3. What type of man is he?
James Madison's Political Philosophy ... Then and Now
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Use Cornell Notes from Ch. Two Sec. One
- HUM the Current Events article
Extra Credit Opportunity
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Watch the video and complete the worksheet
- Does the video show bias? Why or why not? (8) to (10) sentences.
Socratic Seminar Introduction
- Watch the video and answer the questions below in (5) to (6) sentences each
1. In your own words, what is a Socratic Seminar?
2. What strengths do you have which will help you succeed in a Socratic Seminar?
Socratic Seminar: The Constitution
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Read the Current Events article and complete the Socratic Seminar questions
When the President Does It, It's Not Illegal
- Use S.P.I.C.E worksheet
- Watch the video and complete the worksheet
What Are Executive Powers? Do U.S. Citizens Have the Right to Questions the President?
- Use S.P.I.C.E. worksheet
- Watch the video and complete the worksheet